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The speaker questions the government's response to a crisis, criticizing the lack of communication from President Biden and Kamala Harris for four days. FEMA is reportedly not present in the affected areas. The speaker relays concerns about a relative's access to food, water, and medication, reporting they have minimal supplies. The relative is trying to clear fallen trees to leave the area, assuming the roads are still intact after potential mudslides. Many families outside of Charlotte are searching for loved ones in the affected region, but information is scarce.

We fought hard to keep the fire away from our properties, but we couldn't stop it. The water shut off, and even the firemen couldn't refill their trucks. The fire grew, and we felt defeated as we watched our houses burn. We did everything we could, but without water, we were helpless. It's heartbreaking to see our home destroyed. I was worried about his safety, and when he said we lost the house, it hit me hard. I was planning to retire, but now I have to start over. It's a new journey, and it brings tears to my eyes. I still love this place, despite everything. Moving to Honolulu is an option, but the people and the climate here are beautiful.

Lauren, a Black Mountain resident, describes the devastation in Swannanoa after Hurricane Helene and questions the lack of government assistance. Despite paying taxes since age 14, she feels $750 is insufficient aid. She notes the area doesn't typically require flood insurance due to its high elevation. Lauren highlights the absence of the military in the relief efforts, contrasting it with the presence of World Central Kitchen. Ten days post-storm, many are still missing and lack communication and water. She claims the news reports 300 deaths, but asserts that around 2,000 unidentified bodies are in bags, recovered by neighbors. Military personnel require personal leave to volunteer. Lauren expresses anger and frustration, emphasizing the community's reliance on volunteers and donations for basic needs. She says 30% of Swannanoa residents are still unaccounted for. Cadaver dogs, like Cholula from Ohio, are assisting, but not through government efforts. She hopes Florida receives better support during its impending hurricane.

I want to share the reality of what's happening here because the media isn't doing a good job. We're emotionally damaged, physically injured, and many have lost family members. Only 25% of the burn zone has been searched, yet there have already been 110 deaths. Over 1,300 people, including myself, are without a home. Finding housing and jobs is already difficult, and now it's even worse. The community here is strong, with people coming together to help, but others aren't doing anything. The government isn't providing enough assistance, and people on the mainland have no idea about the extent of the disaster. Our alarm system is the strongest, yet there's no attention. We've lost everything, and 1,300 people are displaced with 100 dead. Our tourism industry, our main source of income, is gone, and recovery will take decades. We need support, but it seems no one will stick around to help. Please spread the message.

Aileen Lancelai lost his mobile home in Spruce Pine, leaving him and his wife, Teresa, relying on community support to survive the winter. Local organizations, like Spruce Pines First Baptist Church, are providing temporary shelters, but many families still lack power. Donated trailers are arriving in Western North Carolina, while FEMA's response has been slow, with only one trailer reported. Many survivors face delays and denials in receiving aid, and FEMA has not addressed these issues directly. A recent congressional hearing highlighted the bureaucratic challenges disaster survivors encounter. As winter progresses, the urgency for assistance grows, with some families, like Paul and Teresa, having endured weeks in tents. The future remains uncertain for those affected.

The speaker describes a scene resembling a war zone with entire parking lots destroyed, houses filled with mud, and hundreds of cars piled in trees. They criticize the government's response, claiming the news underreports the devastation and that FEMA lacks sufficient funds. They recount delivering donations and learning from a local that many people are trapped and dying in their homes. Bridges are wiped out, and roads are inaccessible due to landslides, making access nearly impossible. The only hope for those trapped is the National Guard and helicopters. The speaker witnessed numerous private helicopters, including retired Coast Guard helicopters, rapidly deploying supplies with no government planes in sight. They express heartbreak at the scale of the destruction, stating the town is gone and recovery will take at least a decade. Despite exhaustion, they plan to continue delivering supplies and implore others to donate.

I've lived in the Swannanoa Valley for 43 years and have seen firsthand the devastating impact of recent floods on our community. Many homes and businesses are destroyed, and those affected often lack insurance because they were not in flood plains. Some homeowners are stuck paying mortgages on unlivable properties. While some building permits are being expedited, future floodplain evaluations could complicate rebuilding efforts. Investors are buying land cheaply, raising concerns about the community's future. We need supplies for those in need, including canned food, tents, cleaning supplies, and more. Volunteers are welcome daily, except Tuesdays, at our location in Black Mountain. If you need supplies but lack transportation, reach out to us. Thank you for your support as we navigate this challenging time together.

We're witnessing the devastation post-hurricane, 50 days later, with little visible help from FEMA. Many residents, like one family, are struggling without adequate support, living in tents after hotel assistance ends. Volunteers are working tirelessly to clear mud and debris, while some residents are left to rebuild their homes alone. There's a significant lack of funding and resources, with many feeling abandoned by the government. Reports of human remains found in the area highlight the ongoing tragedy. Despite the challenges, community members are relying on private donations and volunteer efforts to survive and rebuild. The situation remains dire, with many still waiting for promised aid and assistance.

We moved our vehicles as the floodwaters rose quickly. By the time we got out, the water was waist-deep, and we lost everything. My father and mother were trapped in their home as the flood lifted it and crashed it into our barn. We've been struggling with insurance and FEMA for assistance, but the process has been frustrating. Many in our community have faced similar issues, with some losing everything and receiving little help. One woman described how she and her son hiked to safety, witnessing devastation along the way. Despite the challenges, we are grateful to be alive and are determined to rebuild, relying on support from fellow citizens rather than government aid.

We're witnessing the devastation post-hurricane, 50 days later, and many are still waiting for FEMA assistance. Residents report minimal help from FEMA, with some relying on private donations for rebuilding efforts. One homeowner, facing eviction from a hotel, plans to live in a tent with her children. Volunteers, not FEMA, are assisting with cleanup and repairs, highlighting a lack of government support. The community is struggling financially, with many feeling abandoned by officials. There are reports of human remains being found in the area, raising concerns about the aftermath of the disaster. Local authorities have not responded to inquiries, leaving residents frustrated and in need of help. The situation underscores the importance of being prepared for emergencies, as many are left without essential support.

Western North Carolina residents were drowning and losing everything in their houses this weekend due to Helene. The president was at his beach house, and the vice president was hosting political fundraisers on the West Coast. The president is directing his team to take action. Survivors and family members have been through incredible experiences, including one woman who lost 10 family members. The governor is very engaged.

Good morning from snowy Western North Carolina. I'm frustrated about the lack of attention and support for our ongoing disaster recovery after Hurricane Helene, while California receives significant aid for its wildfires. Many here are still suffering, living in tents and cars, and facing eviction from FEMA-sponsored hotels. The situation is dire, with families separated and basic needs unmet. Some elderly residents are struggling to navigate assistance programs, and many are still without electricity. Despite my own challenges, I'm actively involved in disaster relief and grateful for the support from across the country. However, the need remains overwhelming. We, as neighbors, are doing our best to help each other through this tough time.

A resident of Augusta, Georgia, recounts the aftermath of a storm and expresses frustration with the government's response, particularly Kamala Harris's message of immediate assistance. Despite Harris's suggestion to apply online for FEMA aid, many residents lack power and internet. The speaker applied to FEMA but was denied due to homeowner's insurance. The speaker criticizes the promised "$750 in immediate help," questioning its practicality given the extensive damage, including lost food and downed trees. They describe predatory contractors offering immediate tree removal services at high costs, such as $3,500 for crane rental plus hourly groundwork fees, requiring upfront payment with the promise of later insurance reimbursement. The speaker feels Harris's visit was insensitive and out of touch with the reality on the ground, where the scale of the devastation is overwhelming and immediate solutions are lacking.

The speaker discusses the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, relaying firsthand accounts from Yancey County Fire Departments. There are reportedly four reefer trucks full of dead bodies, with the small, rural fire departments managing the recovery. Five bodies were found in the New Deal area, and another on Claremont School Road. The speaker states that it looks like a nuclear bomb went off, with body parts found in the debris. The speaker says there is nowhere to put temporary housing due to silt, ravines, and sinkholes, and the bank also has a sinkhole. Ten people were rescued from a mountainside before it collapsed in a mudslide. Children are reportedly asking about their parents. The speaker is raising money for the affected, and will share where the money is going. The speaker notes the area already struggled with poverty, and many have lost everything.

We're witnessing the aftermath of the hurricane 50 days later. Many residents express frustration over the lack of FEMA assistance. One homeowner, facing eviction from a hotel, is preparing to live in a tent with her children. Volunteers are helping with cleanup, but they rely on private donations, not government support. The community is still reeling from the storm's devastation, with reports of missing individuals and ongoing health hazards from sewage leaks. Residents feel abandoned by the government, questioning where the promised aid is. Amidst the chaos, volunteers are working tirelessly to assist those affected, but the bureaucratic response has been inadequate.

Following a devastating flood, communities in western North Carolina are struggling with the aftermath. Landslides destroyed homes, and 163 children in one school system are unaccounted for. The river has changed course, making roads impassable and creating a 40-foot deep cavern where roads once were. Initial federal aid focused on Asheville, but the most affected communities are isolated, requiring people to hike over mountains and ford rivers to reach assistance. Community members are opening their private land to create alternate routes. The National Guard arrived in the hardest-hit areas over a week after the storm, and their support has been limited. The reported death toll of 200 is believed to be a drastic undercount, potentially exceeding 400, due to communication issues and the extent of the damage. One speaker compared the disaster to a combination of Hurricane Michael and the Susquehanna River floods. They are shifting their focus to disaster preparedness education.

A person in Western North Carolina reports rescue choppers are still flying overhead on day 6. They feel survivor's guilt because their town was spared, but a nearby town was completely wiped out, with everyone killed. The speaker claims the media is lying and people are being threatened with arrest if they try to help. They express disbelief that the government is preventing people from saving each other. The situation is described as beyond a nightmare, with bodies everywhere, possibly including displaced caskets from flooded cemeteries. The speaker asserts the only people providing aid are the survivors themselves. They express anger towards the government's response to the disaster.

I'm in Asheville, North Carolina, doing disaster security and search and rescue for dialysis patients. This is a war zone, but the military isn't here, unlike during Hurricane Katrina. The American people should be angry at the government's inaction. People are hurting and dying. I saw young children searching for their parents and brought them to a church. The military is being restrained by DOD executives. The government isn't helping us, so we must take care of ourselves. Towns are self-policing. We need water, food, and clothes. I'm grateful for my motel room but feel guilty. A man was arrested for dropping off food in the mountains because he was supposedly interfering with a government operation, but there are no operations happening. It's sickening how the government treats Americans, offering minimal aid after sending billions overseas. Mayorkas is a traitor.

We moved our vehicles as the floodwaters rose quickly, reaching waist-deep by the time we evacuated. We were stranded for hours until the water receded enough to escape. My father’s house was lifted by the flood, destroying his business and trapping my mother inside. We've faced challenges with insurance and FEMA, receiving little help despite having coverage. Many in our community have lost everything, and FEMA's response has been inadequate. I hiked out with my son to safety, witnessing the devastation and loss of life. Our community is struggling to rebuild, and we feel forgotten. We need assistance to restore our homes and roads, as local support has been crucial.

FEMA told the speaker they can't get them a phone. The speaker has no ID or way to pay for food or gas and is stuck sleeping in a leaking car, wearing the same clothes since a 30-foot wall of water pushed through to Lake Lewer. The speaker's house washed away, and they lost their cat and two geckos. It was a miracle they made it. When the speaker called 911, they were told to get to higher ground as the waters came into the house. The 911 operator said they were overwhelmed with calls and could only advise getting to higher ground.

I was at my sister's when my son called about rising water. By morning, I moved vehicles to higher ground, but the water covered everything. I took my blind and deaf dog to safety. Our day started with trees falling on our house, which had never flooded in 80 years. We moved vehicles as water entered our home, reaching ankle height. I built a makeshift ladder to get to the roof, where we spent four hours. We feared for our lives as we watched debris float by. Eventually, we reached higher ground, but we found bodies nearby. We’re grateful to be alive but face challenges without flood insurance. We’re staying in a camper and plan to rebuild on our family land, which is now covered in sand. Samaritan's Purse is helping us, but the recovery is tough.

It's an honor to be here during such a sad time. Many homeowners I met want to rebuild and expressed their love for the area and its community. We recently visited North Carolina, which faced a similar disaster from flooding, and the damage was severe. Here, the resilience of the people is inspiring, and the fire department is impressive, with high physical standards. We took pictures together, and they even gave us helmets, which are quite heavy. I want to thank everyone for their efforts. Your governor and I had a positive discussion about working together to address the challenges ahead. The devastation is more extensive than I anticipated, even after seeing it on television.

FEMA denied assistance to families affected by a mudslide and house flooding. An elderly man's truck, his only vehicle, was buried in mud. FEMA turned down everyone in the area, providing no assistance. The government is not there for the people.

Asheville and the area towards Hendersonville look bombed out. People are trapped in the Appalachian mountains since Hurricane Helene hit seven days ago, and the military can't help without the leader's approval. News isn't covering the extent of the damage in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. Coastal states' hurricane damage differs because the ocean recedes, leaving structures. Here, people have nothing left. The situation in North Carolina is especially dire. The speaker claims the death toll will surpass Katrina's, as many off-grid residents, hikers, and homeless people in the mountains are unaccounted for. Bodies are washing up, and some North Carolina counties have already filled 1,000 body bags and need more. The speaker insists this disaster is unprecedented for the region, unlike anything they've experienced before, because they don't have an ocean that comes in and then sucks back out.

My husband took supplies to North Carolina to assist an organization. A friend in Swannanoa said the actual death toll is much higher than reported. Thirty-six bodies were found in one embankment, and bodies are being found in trees. Looting has begun. The situation is worse than people realize. Prayers are requested for those affected and those helping. I will provide updates as I hear from Matt.